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Tactical Alchemy by Mil-Spec Formulas









Better Sleep • Better Stress Response • Better Soldiers

Tactical Alchemy Readiness & Resilience (TARR)

LAARNG Rest & Relax Mission Experience

MilSpec Formulas. Evidence-based natural solutions for readiness, recovery and resilience.
Introducing the Tactical Alchemy Readiness & Resilience™ (TARR) program — beginning with the Rest & Relax™ Protocol, a rapid-access nervous system intervention designed for Soldiers under pressure to support readiness and long-range resilience.

REST & RELAX

Decompression can be challenging for the Warrior mindset. A life of balance calls for strategic recovery and the ability to relax into the other facets of your life. Your commitment to the many demands of military service require a diverse tool kit to foster wellbeing.

Developed in collaboration with Maj. John G. Soule, BSN, RN and launched for Wounded Warriors, Invictus & Warrior Games athletes, and veteran communities across 23 nations, TARR is engineered for real military environments.

Rest & Relax helps you find that crucial balance between readiness and restoration.


REST & RELAX

Decompression can be challenging for the Warrior mindset. A life of balance calls for strategic recovery and the ability to relax into the other facets of your life. Your commitment to the many demands of military service require a diverse tool kit to foster wellbeing.

Developed in collaboration with Maj. John G. Soule, BSN, RN and launched for Wounded Warriors, Invictus & Warrior Games athletes, and veteran communities across 23 nations, TARR is engineered for real military environments.

Rest & Relax helps you find that crucial balance between readiness and restoration.

30-Second Tactical Reset Drill

When seconds count and you need to shift your state fast, this 30-second protocol delivers. Perfect for pre-mission briefs, post-contact decompression, or any moment you need to regain composure and focus.

This drill combines key elements proven to activate your parasympathetic nervous system: inhalation of Rest & Relax Aromatherapeutic, controlled exhale-biased breathing, EOBT Tactical Points. This trifecta creates a neurological "pattern interrupt" that helps downshift the threat response within.  

Your 30-Second Reset Drill

Follow this gentle sequence to signal safety to your nervous system and return to calm, steady, ready.

Step 1 of 4
01
Apply Rest & Relax
Set your state

Activate the Rest & Relax blend by rubbing your palms together and inhale the oil for a count of 4.

As you inhale, picture your target state: calm, steady, ready.

02
Parasympathetic Breath
Lengthen your exhale

Exhale through the mouth for a longer, slower count of 6. This extended exhale sends a clear signal of safety to your nervous system.

Repeat for two to three breaths. Your system is already beginning to shift into a calmer state.

03
Repeat & Lock
Let your system shift

Repeat two to three breaths. In about thirty seconds your system is already beginning to shift into a calmer state.

04
Optional Tactile Anchor
Strengthen the pattern

Add tactile points to strengthen the neural pattern.

Hold or gently tap Shen Men or Heart 7. This helps interrupt the hyperarousal loop.

Click each step to walk your system through the full Rest & Relax journey at your own pace.

MISSION APPLICATION: Use before high-stress moments, after adrenaline spikes, or when you notice tension building. The more you practice, the faster your nervous system responds.

2-Minute Deep Readiness Protocol

Train Your Nervous System Twice a Day
Practicing this 2-minute protocol in the morning and evening conditions your nervous system to return to a steady, controlled state more quickly. Then, use it during stressful moments or when preparing for sleep and recovery. Taking two minutes allows the system to shift into a deeper level of physiological regulation. This extended protocol builds on the 30-second drill, creating more complete parasympathetic activation, improved emotional steadiness, and stronger neural conditioning over time.

Repeated engagement with the same sensory sequence – scent, breath pacing, tactile grounding, sound frequency, and visual focus – reinforces neural pathways associated with calm and controlled performance. Consistent repetition leads to long-term changes in stress response patterns and improved readiness.

This 2-minute drill integrates all five sensory pathways to create enhanced neurological coherence. It's especially effective for pre-deployment preparation, end-of-day decompression, and transitioning the brain into sleep.

Your 2-Minute Deep Readiness Protocol

Move through this timed sequence to shift from scattered or tense into clear, grounded, and ready.

Step 1 of 5
01
0:00 – Setup
Arrive and prepare

Apply Rest & Relax onto left palm and rub palms together to activate.

02
0:15 – Breath Foundation
Establish your base rhythm

Inhale Rest & Relax through the nose for 4 counts then exhale through the mouth for 6 counts. Repeat this process for the next thirty seconds – about three more breath cycles.

03
0:45 – Add Tactile
Layer in touch and intent

Envision your target state: calm, clear, and ready to respond.

Maintain your 4–6 breath and introduce the EOBT sequence. Gently tap or hold Shen Men and Heart 7 pressure points as you continue breathing cadence.

04
1:15 – Auditory Layer
Deepen coherence with sound

If using 528 Hz tones or nature sounds, let the auditory layer support your nervous system.

Allow the sound to guide you into a more coherent, synchronized state while you continue the breath and tactile sequence.

05
1:45 – Integration
Seal in deep readiness

For the final fifteen seconds, notice all senses working together: breath, touch, scent, and sound.

Feel the shift in physical tension and mental clarity. Hydrate after the protocol. Result: a state of deep readiness – grounded body, clear mind, and a regulated nervous system.

Click any step to revisit that phase of the protocol and guide yourself back into readiness.

RESULT: Measurable reduction in perceived stress, improved heart rate variability (HRV), and enhanced cognitive readiness for mission execution or rest.
   

Your Tactical Edge: The Recovery Advantage​

You've just completed a multi-sensory protocol designed to support deep rest, nervous system recalibration, and emotional decompression.

Understanding the mechanisms helps you trust the process and apply techniques more effectively.

Here's what's now working for you:
  1. Improved Sleep Quality & Cellular Repair

    Reinforces the body’s natural circadian rhythms and recovery cycles, allowing deeper rest, faster healing, and increased energy reserves.

  2. Enhanced HRV & Vagal Tone

    Promotes parasympathetic dominance, helping your body downshift from stress and restore balance with greater ease.

  3. Lowered Cortisol & Emotional Reactivity

    Supports healthy cortisol rhythms and reduces the frequency and intensity of emotional spikes so you can move through life with more ease and steadiness.

  4. Faster Return to Emotional & Mental Baseline

    Shortens recovery time after conflict, trauma, or overstimulation so you can reconnect with calm and clarity more quickly.

Built for High-Tempo Operations

In high stress environments where split-second decisions, sustained endurance, and emotional control are everything, Tactical Alchemy offers a rapid way to reset and refocus.

It supports clarity under pressure, calm in the middle of chaos, and deep rest when recovery matters most. Whether facing a mission, a game, or the ongoing mental toll of service, Tactical Alchemy empowers you and those who love you to build emotional resilience, sharpen focus, and reconnect to your center.

Field Use

Soldiers & Pre-Deployment

The 30 second reset fits seamlessly into pre mission briefs, post training decompression, and high stress decision moments. No special equipment required, just your breath, body, and focus.

Mission critical benefit: Faster recovery from adrenaline spikes supports clearer tactical decisions and better team cohesion under pressure.
  • Integrate into daily PT routines
  • Use before weapons qualification
  • Deploy during convoy operations
  • Practice in simulated stress scenarios
Home Front

Families & Home Front

When families share the same nightly ANR routine, everyone benefits from more consistent sleep rhythms and reduced household stress. These tools are designed for spouses, children, and extended family members.

Family resilience: Shared protocols create a common language around stress management and mutual support during deployments.
  • Bedtime routines for all ages
  • Family stress reset sessions
  • Pre separation preparation
  • Reunion and reintegration support
Low-Bandwidth Ready

Low-Bandwidth, Offline First Design

Every TARR resource is optimized for limited connectivity environments. Audio only options, downloadable PDFs, and text based instructions ensure you can access support anywhere, including remote training sites, deployed locations, or areas with infrastructure challenges.

Offline first: Download once, use as often as needed. No streaming, no data drain, no connectivity dependencies.
  • Audio files under 5 MB each
  • PDFs with embedded instructions
  • Full transcripts and captions
  • Print friendly protocol cards
Audio & Video Entrainment

Mission-Ready Sensorial Tools

Fast, effective protocols designed for soldiers and families. Each tool leverages neuroscience principles to help you downshift stress, enhance
relaxation, and optimize sleep readiness. 

Audio & Video Entrainment

Choose the format that matches the moment. Click through each card to access field-ready videos and audios that support stress downshift and pre-sleep readiness.

Media Carousel

Click a number or use the arrows to explore each protocol asset.

Media 1 of 5: 528 Hz Focus & Calm (Video)
01

528 Hz - Focus & Calm

Video format for visual plus auditory engagement

Video

528 Hz tone sequence paired with intentional breathing to steady focus and downshift limbic threat response.

  • Stress: Paced exhale plus focused tone can help downshift limbic threat response.
  • Sleep: Short tone exposure before lights out can cue calm for faster sleep onset.
02

528 Hz - Audio for Headphones

Audio-only option

Audio

Audio-only 528 Hz track for situations where screens are not ideal, but regulation and focus are still required.

  • Stress: Audio-only option supports calm without screens.
  • Sleep: Repeat nightly to build a consistent pre-sleep cue.
Download MP3
03

Nature Entrainment – No Audio

Visual grounding with natural patterns, no soundtrack

Video

Slow nature footage without audio for visual downshift when you need quiet, minimal stimulation, or when external sound is already present.

  • Stress: Nature visuals can support parasympathetic activation even in silence.
  • Sleep: 60 to 120 seconds of soft visuals before lights out can ease arousal before bed.
04

Nature Entrainment – 528 Hz Overlay

Natural visuals paired with 528 Hz frequency

Video

Nature patterns combined with 528 Hz to engage both visual and auditory pathways, supporting deeper coherence and nervous system reset.

  • Stress: Visual plus frequency based input can deepen downshift from operational tempo.
  • Sleep: Short exposure before bed can support smoother transition into pre sleep state.
05

R&R Meditation

Guided breath pacing and mental reset protocol

Audio

Guided meditation that combines breath pacing and simple cueing to steady the system quickly.

  • Stress: Breath pacing plus simple cue can steady emotions quickly.
  • Sleep: Same sensory sequence nightly helps the brain recognize sleep time.
Play Audio Download MP3

Expanded Frequency Library & Full Protocols

Beyond 528 Hz, the TARR Frequency Library includes additional frequency based tools, each selected for specific nervous system effects. These complementary frequencies expand your toolkit for different operational needs and personal preferences.

Each track is paired with specific breath patterns and visual elements to optimize its neurological impact. Use these as standalone tools, or layer them into your existing ANR protocol.

Frequency selection guide: Choose based on your current state and desired outcome. All frequencies are safe for repeated use and can be combined with Rest & Relax and the ANR sequence for deeper regulation.

Frequency Carousel

Click a number, use the arrows, or swipe on mobile to explore each frequency and its protocol use.

Track 1 of 4: 174 Hz – Grounding & Decompression
01

174 Hz – Grounding & Decompression

Physical tension · Overwhelm · Operational fatigue

Video

Designed to support deep physical downshift when the body is carrying operational strain, muscular tension, or residual adrenaline.

Best for: Body heavy stress, physical tension, post shift comedown, and operational fatigue.

02

417 Hz – Release & Ease

Emotional reset · Transition support

Video

A lower mid frequency associated with releasing tension, easing emotional load, and creating a sense of internal reset.

Best for: End of day decompression, post conflict processing, and transition periods between high intensity roles or environments.

03

528 Hz – Deep Relaxation & Sleep

Emotional regulation · Parasympathetic activation

Video

Often referenced for its relationship to emotional repair, nervous system soothing, and deep parasympathetic activation.

Best for: Deep sleep and relaxation, end of day nervous system downshift, and post activation recovery.

Music produced by Dianna Bensch, RAW Frequencies. Video by Laura Peña.

04

963 Hz – Clarity & Cognition

Mental clarity · Expanded awareness

Video

A high range frequency associated with heightened mental clarity, intuitive perception, and expanded awareness.

Best for: Mental focus, clear decision making, pre brief or strategy sessions, and higher level cognitive work.

Fundamentals of Tactical Alchemy & Complete Protocol Library

Nervous System Science & Multisensory Healing for Warriors, Veterans, and Elite Performers. Download the full guide to access the complete TARR™ protocol library, science brief, and field-ready applications.

Download Full Protocol Library

Download Your Mission-Ready Guides

Take these tactical protocols with you that are offline-ready PDFs designed for low-bandwidth environments. Each guide provides step-by-step instructions, scientific rationale, and field-tested applications for soldiers and families.

TARR Stress Reset Guide

RESET GUIDE

Complete collection of 30-second resets and 1–2 minute drill protocols. Includes visual step-cards, breath pattern diagrams, and EOBT technique illustrations.

What's inside: Quick-reference cards for pre-mission, post-contact, and daily stress management. Works in any environment including field, base, or home.

Science: Exhale-biased breathing and tactile focus can reduce perceived stress in under one minute by engaging the vagus nerve and interrupting amygdala-driven threat response.

Download Stress Guide

TARR Soldier Sleep Guide

SLEEP GUIDE

Evidence-based protocols for faster sleep onset, improved sleep quality, and better recovery. Critical for operational readiness and family wellbeing.

What's inside: Pre-sleep routines, scent anchoring techniques, optimal sleep environment setup, and shift-work sleep strategies for irregular schedules.

Science: Repeating one scent + one breath pattern builds a reliable pre-sleep association through classical conditioning, helping the brain recognize and initiate sleep state faster.

Download Sleep Guide

Your Next Mission: Build Your Practice

You now have everything you need to begin training your nervous system with the same discipline you apply to physical training. TARR protocols work, but only if you work them. Consistency beats intensity every time.

01

Download

Get the Stress Reset Guide and Sleep Guide PDFs. Save them to your phone or device for offline access so support is always within reach.

02

Schedule

Block 2 minutes twice daily for 14 days. Morning and evening work best for building the ANR pattern into your baseline routine.

03

Practice

Start with the 30 second reset. Master the basics before adding complexity or additional tools. Simple, repeatable drills beat occasional deep dives.

04

Share

Teach your battle buddy, your family, your team. These tools multiply when shared and become even more powerful when an entire unit practices together.

Quick Access Resources

Use these links to access field ready media and guides. Videos and visuals open in a popup window on this page; audio and PDFs open in a new tab for easy saving and replay.

Media Tools

Downloadable Guides

AROMATIC SCIENCE

Ingredients, Usage, & Safety

Ingredients: *jojoba, *lavender  (Lavendula angustifolia), chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile ), *clary sage  (Salvia sclarea), *mandarin (Citrus reticulata), frankincense (Boswellia sacra), and our trademark frequency infusion. *denotes organic ingredient

Usage: Add 1 or 2 drops of Rest & Relax oil to the left palm and breathe through the nose for 30-45 seconds with mindful focus on your desired outcome. Can also be applied to unbroken skin for isolated massage. 

Safety: For external use only. Keep out of reach of children and pets.

BALANCE • RESTORE • OPTIMIZE

Our Commitment to Excellence

Why Choose Mil-Spec Formulas?

  • Created for Warriors: Every formula is developed with deep understanding of military life's unique demands
  • Proven Effectiveness: Our protocols are built on solid research and real-world testing
  • Uncompromising Quality: Only the highest-grade ingredients meet our standards
  • Complete Support: Each product addresses physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing

Expert Formulation

Our Master Formulator, Adora Winquist Soule, has 30 years of extensive experience in both traditional wisdom and modern techniques to create solutions that truly serve our military, family, and caregiver community.

Meet Our Master Formulator >

 

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